Memory kits / Comparison

Acer Predator Talos 8GB (1x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 vs Crucial Ballistix Elite 16GB (4x4GB) DDR4 3000

RAM · Acer

Acer Predator Talos 8GB (1x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16

1×8 GB · DDR4 · 3200 MHz · CL16
GEAR SCORE 60.0 / 100Good
Capacity35
Speed60
Latency90
Generation62
VS
RAM · Crucial

Crucial Ballistix Elite 16GB (4x4GB) DDR4 3000

4×4 GB · DDR4 · 3000 MHz
GEAR SCORE 60.0 / 100Good
Capacity65
Speed54
Generation62
Verdict

Acer Predator Talos 8GB (1x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 and Crucial Ballistix Elite 16GB (4x4GB) DDR4 3000 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 60 and 60.

  • Total capacity: Crucial Ballistix Elite 16GB (4x4GB) DDR4 3000 leads (16 GB vs 8 GB).
  • Speed: Acer Predator Talos 8GB (1x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 leads (3,200 MHz vs 3,000 MHz).
Pick this

Acer Predator Talos 8GB (1x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16

If you care most about speed.

Pick this

Crucial Ballistix Elite 16GB (4x4GB) DDR4 3000

If you care most about total capacity.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Acer Predator Talos 8GB (1x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16Crucial Ballistix Elite 16GB (4x4GB) DDR4 3000
60Gear score60
DDR4TypeDDR4
8 GBTotal capacity16 GB
1×8 GBKit4×4 GB
3,200 MHzSpeed3,000 MHz
CL16CAS latency—

The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.

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FAQ

Is Acer Predator Talos 8GB (1x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 or Crucial Ballistix Elite 16GB (4x4GB) DDR4 3000 better?

Acer Predator Talos 8GB (1x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 and Crucial Ballistix Elite 16GB (4x4GB) DDR4 3000 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 60 and 60. Total capacity: Crucial Ballistix Elite 16GB (4x4GB) DDR4 3000 leads (16 GB vs 8 GB). Speed: Acer Predator Talos 8GB (1x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 leads (3,200 MHz vs 3,000 MHz).

Which one is faster?

Speed: Acer Predator Talos 8GB (1x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 leads (3,200 MHz vs 3,000 MHz).